A "Phantom" Warranty

question 2

Multiple Choice

A "phantom" warranty

• A) is a short-term promise made by the seller.
• B) called a "full warranty" under the Magnuson-Moss Act.
• C) looks good on paper, but is nearly useless in fact.
• D) is valid only for the first purchaser of the good
• E) covers only parts, not labor.

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